Great Scott

Great Scott
a euphemistic interjection or oath, usually expressing surprise, amazement, or the like.
[1880-85; Scott, euphemism for GOD]

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  • Great Scott! —    Many exclamatory expressions have evolved with time, but no one knows where or when most of them arose. In the case of Great Scott, however, there are some leads that word detectives have followed, but in most instances with questionable… …   Dictionary of eponyms

  • great scott — ˈ ̷ ̷ˈskät interjection Usage: usually capitalized S Etymology: from the name Scott; euphemism for great God a mild oath * * * a euphemistic interjection or oath, usually expressing surprise, amazement, or the like. [1880 85; Scott, euphemism for …   Useful english dictionary

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